2.Support California-based Global Green USA's efforts to build five sustainable homes, an 18-unit apartment complex and a community center in the Holy Cross section of the Lower 9th Ward.

3. Support Make It Right's efforts to build 150 eco-friendly homes planned for the Lower 9th Ward. The initiative started by actor Brad Pitt. So far, 34 homes have been built.

4. Support Actor Wendell Pierce's efforts to build more than 150 elevated, energy-efficient homes are being planned for the Pontchartrain Park area.Pierce, a New Orleans native, is best known for his role in HBO series The Wire and Treme.